Preventing Mass Casualties from Release of Hydrofluoric Acid at Refineries Act of 2026 bans hydrofluoric acid use in new and existing petroleum.
The Preventing Mass Casualties from Release of Hydrofluoric Acid at Refineries Act of 2026 amends the Toxic Substances Control Act to prohibit the use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) in petroleum refineries. The bill mandates that new refineries cannot use this hazardous chemical for refining petroleum. Existing refineries must transition to safer alternatives within five years of the bill's enactment. The legislation aims to prevent mass casualties from potential releases of hydrofluoric acid, which can cause immediate injuries or deaths to refinery workers and nearby communities.
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